and different fashion. I can't understand these people who have never left their town or city.

　　Still, there are quite a few perks about living overseas. I get to meet people from all over the world, and I know how to adjust to (适应) different cultures and places. I have been to places most people see only in geography books. Still, being so different makes it hard to know who you are. I'm not Thai, but I am not American either. I am a mix of both cultures, a third culture kid.

12. When the Thais give the author surprised looks, she feels _____.

　　A. upset B. strange C. normal D. different

13. When the author returns to America, _____.

　　A. she makes more friends B. she becomes more polite

　　C. she can't find what she needs D. she is like a fish out of water

14. The underlined word "perks" in the last paragraph can be replaced by _____.

　　A. reasons B. problems C. advantages D. suggestions

15. In this text, the author mainly wants to describe _____.

　　A. her different lifestyles B. a kind of culture shock

　　C. a feeling of loneliness D. her ability to face difficulties

II．七选五（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）

　　根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

　　Four tips to make you happier

More and more research has shown the connection between mind and body. Have a good attitude towards life, and you can have good health. Learn to laugh off everyday stresses (压力), and you can avoid some illnesses. The best thing, though: 16

　　·Take a moment to think.

　　Here's an easy way to avoid stress when trouble hits: 17 Tell yourself that you will take what steps you can and that in the near future, the situation will work out well.

　　·Set daily goals.

　　 18 The goals could be small, such as walking to visit a friend or a part of a larger goal.

　　· 19

　　Pay more attention to your situation in the context of your life, not of those around you. Measuring you against yourself allows you to set realistic (现实的) goals for the future, too.

　　·Note your blessings (令人高兴的事).

　　Knowing many things you have to be thankful for can increase both happiness and life satisfaction. 20 Make copies of your list and put one in your bedroom, the kitchen and your car. Whenever you feel sad about your life, pull out the list and remind yourself what you have to be thankful for.

A. That's why you are there.

B. Don't compare yourself to others.

C. Don't give yourself an excuse to feel bad.

D. You can think yourself to a happier and healthier self.

E. Include even small things in your list, such as an umbrella on a rainy day.